Why Should I Whiten My Teeth?

Maybe you've always wanted a beautiful white smile. Or your teeth have yellowed over time. Or you're not happy with the staining that may result from drinking coffee, tea, or cola. Whatever your reason for wanting whiter teeth, you're not alone.

Just as we all have different hair and skin colour, people also have different tooth colour. Some teeth are more yellow than others, while others may yellow with aging.

Surface stains and internal discoloration can be caused by:

The natural aging process

Using tobacco (smoked or chewed), drinking coffee, tea or red wine.

Accumulation of plaque and tartar deposits

Treatment with the antibiotic tetracycline during childhood

Trauma to the teeth that may cause a brown, gray or black color

There are many reasons for whitening your teeth, including:

The boost to your confidence and self-esteem that comes from a great smile

A younger appearance

A special event such as a wedding, job interview or class reunion

To make a positive first impression on others

To simply reverse years of everyday staining and yellowing

Before beginning any whitening procedure, be sure to consult with your dentist. Only he or she can evaluate whether you're a suitable candidate for a particular treatment.

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TEETH WHITENING

Overview Brightening your smile is as easy as visiting your dentist for a whitening treatment, or purchasing one of the many at-home treatment options available. Using a whitening toothpaste or mouthwash, trying whitening pens, strips or trays are all good ways to supplement your normal oral hygiene habits

Treating Sensitive Teeth After TEETH WHITENING Sometimes after whitening treatments, teeth can be sensitive. If this occurs you have options to reduce the pain.

Use a sensitivity toothpaste – Sensitive toothpaste are formulated with ingredients which provide a layer on the tooth surfaces blocking the pain from hypersensitivity. Arginine containing toothpastes are clinically proven to provide even instant pain relief when applied directly to the tooth surface.

Chew gum – scientists have found that more saliva is produced when chewing gum. And the act of chewing may distract people from the pain.

Avoid whitening for a while – give your teeth a break and stop using whitening products.

Tips to Prevent Tooth Discoloration After TEETH WHITENING

Once you’ve completed a whitening treatment, there are a few steps you can take to maintain your whiter smile.